Italy Rome Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Rome is Hot
August is Hot for Rome.
Ferragosto (August 15) is the Italian summer holiday week — most local trattorias and family-run shops CLOSE for the entire month. The city paradoxically empties of Italians (everyone goes to the beaches) while remaining packed with international tourists. Plan around the closures — major tourist restaurants stay open, but the favorite local spots are usually shuttered.
Travel score
Summer + Ferragosto + Korean Liberation Day
August Weather at a Glance
August averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 66°F / 19°C lows — similar to July. 3 rainy days, 30mm. Humidity 60% + 10 hours of sunshine. Heatwave (Caldo) 95°F+ / 35°C+ possible. August 15 Ferragosto (public holiday, Italian summer vacation peak).
August Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + SPF 50 + water bottle + walking shoes + parasol. August 15 Ferragosto is Italy's #1 vacation day — restaurants, shops, and transit 1/3+ closed (Aug 1-31). Korean Liberation Day (Aug 15) 5-day holiday + Ferragosto stack. Heat + closures mean value is poor.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day stack — Asia-Rome $1,260-1,960 round-trip.
August Pricing Trends
Liberation Day + Ferragosto 1-week 1.5x — Centro Storico 3-star $350-630/night. Late August $280-490.
Rome August Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
3
25mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
58%
Warm
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
24°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
26 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
18°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Caracalla Baths late-summer opera
- Local-trattoria closures push you to discover others
- Long sunny days remain
Cons
- Year-peak heat + tourist density
- Many family trattorias closed entire month
- Ferragosto week (Aug 15) many sites adjusted hours
August Events & Festivals
- Ferragosto (August 15) — Italian summer holiday, the city empties of locals
- Festa della Madonna della Neve (August 5, Santa Maria Maggiore)
Rome in August — Full Picture
Ferragosto (August 15) is the Italian summer holiday week — most local trattorias and family-run shops CLOSE for the entire month. The city paradoxically empties of Italians (everyone goes to the beaches) while remaining packed with international tourists. Plan around the closures — major tourist restaurants stay open, but the favorite local spots are usually shuttered.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as July. Peak heat continues.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.7°C
9°C
7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30°C
18°C
3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.7°C
12°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
12.7°C
3.7°C
8/mo
Rome Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 3° | 8d·75mm | 4h | 75% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 7d·70mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 6° | 7d·65mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 9° | 8d·65mm | 6.5h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 24° | 12° | 6d·50mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 28° | 16° | 4d·35mm | 9.5h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 19° | 2d·20mm | 10.5h | 55% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 19° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 58% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 16° | 5d·60mm | 7.5h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 22° | 12° | 8d·95mm | 6h | 72% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 16° | 8° | 9d·100mm | 4.5h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 9d·90mm | 4h | 78% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Rome?
Rome in August is Hot. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Rome in August?
Rome August averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Rome in August?
Rome August averages 25mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Rome in August?
Same as July. Peak heat continues.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Rome in August?
Rome August sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 20:15, with 14h 00m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Rome in August?
Rome August air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 26μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Rome in August?
In August, Rome is great for Ferragosto Vatican events, Caracalla Baths opera, Beach day trip to Sperlonga.
Is August peak season in Rome?
Rome August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.